Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsFifty FiftyCheeseburger Recipe

Cheeseburger Recipe

Inspired by Fifty Fifty
Time30m
Serves2

Make Cheeseburger Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Burger Patties

Toppings

Condiments

Method

Prepare the Patties

  1. 1

    Mix Ingredients

    In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix gently until just combined.

  2. 2

    Form Patties

    Divide the mixture into two equal portions and shape each portion into a patty about 3/4 inch thick.

Cook the Patties

  1. 3

    Preheat Grill or Pan

    Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes.

  2. 4

    Cook Patties

    Place the patties on the grill or skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes on one side. Flip the patties and cook for another 2-3 minutes.

  3. 5

    Add Cheese

    In the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty and cover to melt.

Prepare the Toppings

  1. 6

    Slice Vegetables

    While the patties are cooking, slice the tomato and onion into rings, and wash the lettuce leaves.

Assemble the Burger

  1. 7

    Toast Buns

    Meanwhile, toast the burger buns on the grill or in a toaster until golden brown.

  2. 8

    Layer Ingredients

    On the bottom half of each bun, layer lettuce, a cooked patty with melted cheese, tomato, onion, pickles, and desired condiments.

  3. 9

    Complete the Burger

    Top with the other half of the bun. Press down gently to secure.

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